2024 Home Tour Tickets

What to Expect

The tour begins at the Irvington Tennis Club, 2131 NE Thompson St (south ballroom entrance). Due to limited availability, plan to park several blocks away or take public transportation.

When you arrive at the Irvington Club you will be given a printed program which serves as your map and and entrance ticket to each home. As the homes are located within relatively close proximity, we encourage tour-goers to walk rather than drive, in order to enjoy the beautiful heritage trees and other historic homes along the way. Allocate at least two-and-a-half hours for touring all six houses.

The tour is self-guided and you may visit the homes in any order. Each home is staffed with volunteer docents who are knowledgeable about the home’s history and features, and will be happy to answer your questions.

These are century-old homes with many stairs, some of which may be steep and narrow! Please wear comfortable shoes and hold hand railings. When visiting the gardens, please stay on the paths.

Home Tour Etiquette

To ensure an enjoyable and safe experience for all, please follow these guidelines:

• Admission is by ticket only, no exceptions.

• Children under the age of 7 are not permitted inside homes – with the exception of infants carried in “front packs.”

• No high-heeled shoes - comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

• Booties are provided and must be worn over shoes (not over socks or bare feet - no exceptions).

• No opening of drawers, cabinets, or closets.

• No handling of any household furnishings.

• No smoking, eating, or drinking while on private property.

• No photography or video cameras allowed inside homes.

• No pets.

• Do not use the restrooms in tour homes (restrooms are available in the Irvington Club).